Dubai International Airport (DXB) | Airport Info, Live Radar & METAR

Airport Overview

Dubai International Airport (DXB) is a major international airport serving Dubai in AE. It is a key transport hub identified by the IATA code DXB and ICAO code OMDB. You can find details on flight connections, car rental, and public transport options below.

Key Data

Elevation 14 ft

Coordinates 25.253, 55.366

Timezone Asia/Dubai

Runways 2

Expert Connection Tips for Dubai DXB

T1 & T3 Connected Airside — T2 Is NOT Emirates uses T3 exclusively (concourses A, B, C). T1 handles all other international carriers. T1–T3 are connected by airside shuttle. T2 is a separate building for low-cost — you must exit, take a ground transfer bus (30-45 min) and re-clear security. Never book under 90 min into T2.

Emirates Check-In Closes 60 min Before Departure Emirates enforces strict check-in closure 60 minutes before departure — even for business class. Online check-in is available 48h before. At T3, arrive at least 3h before long-haul international flights due to immigration/security volume.

Dubai Metro Red Line: Direct Airport Connection The Metro Red Line connects T1 (Airport Terminal 1) and T3 (Airport Terminal 3) stations directly to downtown Dubai (Union/BurJuman) in 25-30 min. Fare: AED 3-8.50. Runs: 5:30 AM to midnight (Fri: 10 AM – 1 AM). Al Maktoum (DWC) has no metro.

Terminal Maps

Lounges & Services

Get VIP Access

Marhaba Lounge

Priority Pass / $60

Terminal 3, Concourse B • 24 Hours

Popular lounge with hot buffet, rest areas, and showers.

Transport & Connections

Metro / Subway

Dubai Metro Red Line RTA

Airlines Serving DXB

Route Map

Current Weather

Now

30°

Clear Sky

Wind

12 km/h

Thu

38° / 28°

Fri

37° / 29°

Sat

38° / 28°

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METAR Data

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    OMDB 030230Z 19011KT CAVOK 30/19 Q1003 NOSIG

Source: NOAA Aviation Weather Center